Episode 6

#6. Now is the Season for Resilient Disciples in American Cities

Pastor Walter Sotelo shares about the challenges of church planting in New York City and the privilege of engaging the lost in a modern day Babylon that has a global influence. He has served in New York City for over 25 years as a pastor, mobilizer, church planter and more recently he has seen the need to be a peacemaker

Episode Summary:

Pastor Walter Sotelo shares about the challenges of church planting in New York City, casting vision within a new church plant and his hope for the church in America’s cities. Currently, he serves as the Chairman of the Board at NYC Love Kitchen in Washington Heights, a neighborhood in New York City.  

Scripture Referenced in Episode:

Topics Discussed:

  • New York City, a privileged position to minister in a modern day Babylon
  • Impact of Tim Keller’s leadership on him
  • Three examples and challenges of church planting in New York City
  • Growing spiritually through relationships
  • Where does peacemaking begin?
  • Observations: NYC during 2020 protests
  • Heart for unity among Christians in New York City
  • Location, location, location: the city on a hill

Links Related to Episode:

http://www.newyorkgo.org/